EP 323: Creation Scientist Debunks Evolution and The Big Bang with Dr. Kent Hovind and Luke Infinger

Moral Impact

Dr. Kent Hovind argues that evolution is not just a scientific theory but a belief system that influences moral standards in society. He suggests that teaching evolution as fact leads to moral relativism, where right and wrong become subjective, and societal values are eroded 1. He questions the moral implications of evolutionary theory, asking if it justifies actions like those of historical figures such as Hitler, who believed in the superiority of certain races as a natural outcome of evolution 2. Hovind asserts, "If there's no God, there's no conscience. What's right and wrong?" 2.

   

Societal Influence

The acceptance of evolution, according to Dr. Hovind, has far-reaching effects on societal issues such as racism and nihilism. He argues that evolution promotes a hierarchy of races, as seen in Hitler's ideology, which he claims was rooted in evolutionary thought 3. Hovind also critiques the scientific consensus, comparing it to historical instances where majority opinion led to widespread deception, such as in Nazi Germany 4. He questions the validity of peer-reviewed science, suggesting that it stifles innovation and enforces conformity 4. "Just because some scientists don't believe in creation doesn't mean it's not true," he states 4.